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Month: September 2019

As you all know I started my keto weight loss journey about 15 months ago as I my weight and health was becoming out of control. My food choices were terribly poor and I feared I was setting a bad example for my family.
During this time I felt so unhealthy, I also felt disgusting, unworthy and not ‘good enough’ I realized there and then that I needed to make big changes, not only to my health but to my mindset also.

About 4 months after the birth of my 9th child Michael, I did some research on diets and came across the keto diet. I was excited but so scared to start it as I’d tried and failed so many other diets in the past. I was sceptical at first but was willing to give it a go

I started my journey at 107 kilos and to my surprise, I’ve stuck with it and have lost 28.1 kilos! I’m so proud of what I have achieved so far! I feel like a different person, I’m more active, motivated and my mindset on food has completely changed! I still have 8 kilos left to lose and I’m feeling more determined than ever to do this.
Cutting out the carbs might sound scary but there are honestly so many other healthier and better alternatives out there! You just have to be creative and determined to make it work. I don’t miss things pasta and rice anymore.
Don’t get me wrong, I’m not perfect and have had those cheat days but I don’t over-eat anymore as I used too and I always make sure to start again and re-evaluate the situation.
This past year I’ve made a lot of keto homemade meals and I can also bake my own keto bread using almond flour which tastes so good!

The keto diet has honestly changed my life!
Thank you for following my journey so far.
I can’t wait to share the next chapter with you all.

I hope to lose the next 8 kilos by Christmas. I hope I can do it! #icandoit Stay tuned! Claire Xx .

Sometimes people ask me “what’s your purpose in life and what is it you want to achieve?

Now let’s get personal… My purpose in life is to serve God in the best way I can and ultimately get to heaven, that’s my ultimate goal. I’m trying to live my life the way God intended me too. I am trying to raise my family and teach them everything I know about God and about our faith. I’m not perfect and I know I will make mistakes along the way but I’m always trying to to do the right thing. Every day brings new challenges but my faith and family help me get through it all.

My purpose also in life is to be the best mother and wife I can be. I have been blessed with 9 amazing children and a fantastic husband and I will do anything for them. It can be so incredibly hard but also so rewarding. We get one shot at life! You gotta live your life to the fullest.

My purpose in life is to help people in any way I can whether that’s in person, on the phone, through email, or through prayer. I have a kind and generous heart and I’m passionate about helping others. I am always here if any of you ever need someone to talk too. 😍 #igotyourback

I want to use my social media platforms to spread positivity, real-life challenges and also to help remove the stigma that surrounds large families like mine. We are all different and I think it’s disgusting reading and hearing what some people have to say about larger families. Why people go out of their way to do this is mind-boggling! My goal is to help change people’s perceptions of large families one day at a time. I hope to one day write and publish a book about my life as a mum of 9 and share my tips and advice, but each time I try I get scared and doubt my abilities to do so. Is this something you would like me to do? I want to overcome my fears and do it.

I almost didn’t post this picture today because I don’t like it! What I do love though is my hair lock from Happy hair brush. Lately, I’m pushing myself more out of my comfort zone and opening up more and showing those teeth off! Do you get asked what your purpose is in life too? Thanks for your ongoing support it means so much to me

The one thing I don’t talk about often is my anxiety. I don’t like feeling exposed because I fear people will think differently of me. It’s such a personal thing and find it hard to open up about it and say what triggers these emotions. But it should definitely be spoken about more.

I suffer from anxiety which stems from my car accident I had 3 years ago. I believe that everyone has different levels and forms of anxiety, and different ways of coping with it. The day I had my car accident I feel I lost a part of my sparkle. It’s slowly coming back now which is good but when you experience something as scary as that where your life flashes before your eyes it can take such a long time to feel yourself again. It changes your life forever!

I get anxious about driving to certain places and I get anxious about parking too close to people etc..These might seem like small things but to me, they seem huge! The fact that I’m even driving after such a huge ordeal is such an achievement and I am proud of myself for that! I actually drove 2 weeks after my car accident and have driven ever since, but it hasn’t been easy. I tell myself every day that I won’t let these bad drivers win! And that I got this! I just need to change my mindset when it comes to driving because as of right now I don’t enjoy it like I used too, I drive because I have too to. I always put my family first no matter what!

Sometimes I feel people look at ‘anxiety’ as a dirty shameful thing and of course it’s not and you should never feel ashamed. If you need help then please ask for it. There is so much support out there. And remember you are WORTHY and loved! #yougotthis

We all have different ways of coping in certain situations and for me personally, my faith and family have helped me so much in getting through these hard moments which I’m so thankful for. My confidence in driving is getting better each time I go out. I decided if in a year this still affects me then I will seek help because it’s okay to not be okay and ask for help Love always Claire Xxx.